Aston Villa has increased interest in Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson, holding initial talks for a potential transfer. The 24-year-old striker is likely to leave Chelsea as he faces reduced playing time after the signing of Joao Pedro and Liam Delap. Several European clubs are interested in Jackson, but Bayern Munich has ruled out a move. Jackson's pace and flexibility make him a valuable asset for Aston Villa, where Unai Emery seeks to bolster his attacking depth. At 24, he has significant growth potential and Premier League experience that clubs might find appealing.
Nicolas Jackson, who has been strongly tipped to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, is now being closely monitored by Aston Villa as Unai Emery looks to strengthen his squad.
With Chelsea signing two new strikers, Jackson has fallen down the pecking order and playing time will be difficult for him this season under manager Enzo Maresca.
Villa are not alone in exploring the possibility of signing Jackson as several clubs across Europe have expressed interest, with Bayern Munich already ruled out.
Jackson would bring qualities that Emery values highly: pace in transition, flexibility to play centrally or out wide, and the ability to stretch defenses.
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